I have often been asked if hypnosis for smoking cessation is really an effective means of kicking butt, and my answer has always been yes. Hypnosis, recent research has shown, markedly affects smokers. I recently read an article on the newscientist.com website, which talks about research done by two researchers from the University of Iowa; a representative sample of more than 72,000 people worldwide who were in the process of quitting smoking. The results showed that, of all the methods used to eliminate addiction, hypnotherapy for smoking cessation was a resounding success.

Many hypnotherapists, including myself, have successfully used hypnotherapy methods to help their clients kick the habit. Research from Iowa has also shown that hypnosis to quit smoking showed better results than people who had been trying to quit without intervention, how else could it be double the success rate of all methods? Many smokers who want to kick the habit have failed in their efforts due to a lack of willpower and determination. However, clients who have used hypnotherapy seem to set a stronger example in terms of abstinence and increased willpower.

This is how quit smoking hypnosis works: It works on the simple philosophy of positive suggestions. In hypnotherapy, a lot has to do with the power of your subconscious mind and helping it achieve great feats with the help of autosuggestion. When the hypnotherapy method is used for smoking, it tells you the reasons why and how you smoke, before moving on to suggestions on how you can quit and remain abstinent. With hypnotherapy, you gradually train your mind to create positive thoughts and build willpower in the face of the temptations of nicotine and smoke.

It may seem very easy, but the fact is that it is easy to use hypnosis to quit smoking. A session with a hypnotherapist is all you need. By deciding to quit, you have already made the hardest decision in the process of quitting. Things only get better from here! The key to a successful life without smoking is to follow the hypnosis routine regularly as only practice makes one perfect at self-hypnosis. Remember that hypnosis to quit smoking works with the power of positive suggestion; The more time you invest in smoking self-hypnosis, the better the results. Most therapists offer complementary sessions; however, I personally believe that these recharge sessions should only be used when extremely necessary. Hypnosis is about self-reliance, so you shouldn’t depend on your therapist for all guidance. Be your own driver!

Smoking is a habit, whether it is good or bad is an individual decision. But if you have decided to quit, let nothing stop you. You have no idea how proud you’ll be a year from now when you turn down a cigarette they offer you. Not only will it boost your confidence and self-esteem, but it will also make your pocket heavier. If you’re a heavy smoker, you could end up saving a lot (close to £2000); and then you could go ahead and splurge on a luxurious vacation. A luxury vacation in the Bahamas for 20 cigarettes a day… sounds like a good deal. Just think about it!

I won’t even be ashamed to say that quitting smoking is child’s play; but only if you know the best way to achieve it. Nicotine is one of the hardest habits to break in the world, but hypnosis to quit smoking could be the answer. Through positive affirmations you could achieve much more than just getting rid of all problems. Imagine having a healthier life, better performance at work, more energy to practice your favorite sport and quality time with your family. Isn’t it just the life you want?